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Litigation Paralegal
Experience: 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a California law firm or legal organization
Location: Berkeley, CA (hybrid workplace, in-office attendance required with up to 3 days remote each week)
Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Bargaining Unit position
Compensation: Prison Law Office uses a salary scale commensurate with experience. For 5 to 12 years of experience, the Litigation Paralegal compensation is $120,960 - $138,000, plus benefits *The compensation for this position is based upon a collective bargaining agreement; the range listed is from the 2026-2027 salary scale.
Application Deadline: Open until position has been filled. Earlier applicants will be given priority consideration.
Position Summary: The Litigation Paralegal plays a key role in supporting attorneys through all phases of complex litigation and case management, including discovery, document production, filings, and trial preparation. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines across active cases. The Litigation Paralegal will serve as a key liaison among attorneys, courts, and external parties, ensuring compliance with all filing requirements and case deadlines. The Litigation Paralegal will work under the direction and supervision of attorneys.
To be considered for the position, please submit the following materials via BambooHR:
your resume,
a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and alignment with our mission, and
a writing sample of no more than 5 pages, on any subject. Please include a note describing what the sample is.
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.
Open until the position has been filled. Earlier applicants will be given priority consideration.
Prison Law Office is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization and community. We can only maintain excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse staff that includes all races, ages, backgrounds, citizenships, national origins, disabilities, gender identities, languages, military experiences, sexual orientations, religions, socioeconomic status, work experiences and historically excluded communities.